Get to Know the American Academic System
July 30, 2013 RSS Feed PrintThe adjustment to new classes and grading systems can sometimes be a confusing process for international students. Most countries have very different educational and grading systems, which can be unsettling for students new to the U.S.
Here's a basic breakdown of some of the key components of the American academic system so incoming international students know what to expect when arriving at a U.S. college.
In order to progress through each year of college, students will be required to pass a certain number of classes. Although assignments will often be graded with the universal letter system of A, B, C, etc., most American colleges will express your cumulative grade as a grade point